Chicago is set to hold a hotly contested mayoral election on Tuesday, with incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot facing off against four other contenders, including progressive Rep. Jesús “Chuy” Garcia and Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson. Lightfoot has had a contentious relationship with teachers’ and police unions, while Johnson is endorsed by the Chicago Teachers’ Union. With no candidate expected to top the 50% necessary to avoid a runoff, the race is expected to go to an April 4 runoff between the top two vote-getters.
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Rep. Jesús "Chuy" García is vying to become the next mayor of Chicago, hoping that his "deep love and passion for the city" will be reciprocated by the city's voters in the February 28th election. Incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot is also in the race and is hoping to be re-elected for a second term. Wilfredo Cruz believes that no one candidate will win the election outright, and an April runoff between the top two vote-getters is likely. Chicago residents are hoping for a change in leadership, and the election results will determine who will be the next mayor.